Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Recognitions
Relevant Coursework
Certification
Timeline
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Gustavo Alejandro
Open To Work

Gustavo Alejandro

Student
Cleveland,OH

Summary

Fourth-year undergraduate student at Case Western Reserve University, pursuing a double Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Environmental Studies, with a minor in Chemistry. Experienced in scientific writing, and interdisciplinary coursework spanning molecular biology, ecology, and environmental policy. Passionate about volunteering and community engagement, with service experience in hospice care, hospital patient support, and cultural outreach. Recognized for strong leadership abilities as the founder and president of the Puerto Rican Student Association, organizing campus events that build community and highlight cultural identity. Skilled in teamwork, communication, and project organization, with additional involvement in fraternity activities, and youth mentorship. Seeking opportunities to apply academic training and service-driven leadership to research, healthcare, or environmental initiatives.

Overview

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Years of Education

Work History

Hospice Volunteer

Heartland Hospice
Cleveland, Ohio
08.2025 - Current
  • Assisted healthcare staff in maintaining a comfortable environment for patients.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical teams.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance volunteer skills and knowledge.
  • Delivered emotional support through active listening and empathy for families.

Librarian Assistant

Allen Medical Library
Cleveland, Ohio
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with administrative duties, including data entry, and updating the library's database.
  • Performed general library tasks, including cataloging, shelving, and maintaining library records.
  • Aided students and faculty in locating resources to support their academic research.
  • Developed strong customer service skills by managing the reception desk and providing friendly, efficient service to library visitors.

President/Startup Founder of PRSA

Case Western Reserve Univ
Cleveland, OH
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Founded and directed Puerto Rican Student Association at CWRU to foster inclusivity among Puerto Rican students.
  • Organized seminars, cultural events, and discussions, featuring Puerto Rican leader Juan Dalmau.
  • Recruited members and coordinated community engagement initiatives to promote cultural awareness.

Volunteer

University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Went around different parts of the hospital with a 'hospitality cart,' distributing several essential items to patients.
  • Served as an emotional support volunteer by engaging with patients and creating comforting conversations.
  • Spoke with families and patients, providing comfort and uplifting emotions through conversations.

President

Radians School
Cayey, P.R.
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Coordinate activities, meetings, fundraisers, workshops, service projects, and motivate students through COVID-19 times.
  • Developed a work environment within the class directive that welcomed creativity, communicated efficiently, and fostered respect.
  • Developed and honed public speaking skills by leading multiple school assemblies, speeches, and announcements.

Senior Patrol Leader, Eagle Scout

Boy Scouts of America
Cayey , Puerto Rico
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Coordinated meetings (over 35 members), merit badges, activities, fundraisers, service projects, and led the troop during Covid-19 times.
  • I earned the rank of Eagle Scout and have a CPR/First Aid license.
  • Served as a role model and mentor for younger scouts, teaching leadership, service, and character.

Educational Neuroscience program

Sagrado Corazon-MIT Neuroscience Program
Virtual
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Learned in educational seminars about topics in general neuroscience, neuropsychology, cellular/molecular research of Alzheimer's disease, neurosurgery and epilepsy, computer science, artificial intelligence, bioengineering, and mindfulness, led by researchers and professors.
  • Made networking connections with professors and students from universities, including MIT, Harvard, the University of Michigan, Boston University, and Yale.

Education

Double BA - Biology, Environmental Studies, Chemistry

Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Radians School
Cayey, Puerto Rico
05-2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Canva
  • Google Drive
  • Zoom
  • Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Running meetings
  • Bilingual
  • Fluent in English
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Histology
  • Microscopy
  • Gel electrophoresis
  • Scientific writing

Recognitions

  • Deans Honor List CWRU, 03/01/24, Recognition for 3.5 GPA or higher
  • ZBT Fraternity Lambda Chapter CWRU, 09/01/22, Present, Interfraternity congress chair (01/01/23 - 12/31/23), Standard Board Director (01/01/24 - Present), Participated in intermural sports including basketball and 'Rope pull'
  • National Honor Society Member, 08/01/18, 05/31/22, Vocal (08/01/21 - 05/31/22)

Relevant Coursework

  • Molecular Biology • Biochemistry • Genetics • Parasitology
  • Principles of Ecology • Evolutionary Biology • Research Methods in Evolution
  • Development & Physiology • Neuroscience Fundamentals • Psychology
  • Environmental Policy & Thinking • Seminar in Environmental Studies • Environmental Anthropology
  • Organic Chemistry I & II • General Chemistry I & II
  • Physics I & II • Calculus I & II
  • Nutrition • Sociology • Latin American Feminist Voices

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Hospice Volunteer

Heartland Hospice
08.2025 - Current

President/Startup Founder of PRSA

Case Western Reserve Univ
08.2024 - 05.2025

Volunteer

University Hospitals of Cleveland
01.2024 - 05.2024

Librarian Assistant

Allen Medical Library
01.2023 - Current

Educational Neuroscience program

Sagrado Corazon-MIT Neuroscience Program
05.2021 - 07.2021

President

Radians School
01.2021 - 01.2022

Senior Patrol Leader, Eagle Scout

Boy Scouts of America
01.2021 - 01.2022

Double BA - Biology, Environmental Studies, Chemistry

Case Western Reserve University

High School Diploma -

Radians School

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